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frown

verb

/fraʊn/

Meaning

to wrinkle one's brow in displeasure or concentration

to make a serious or angry facial expression by wrinkling the forehead

She frowned when she heard the bad news.

frown upon

scowl, glare, grimace, glower, pout

Entry 1

scowl, glare, grimace, glower

Entry 2

scowl, glare, pout, grimace

smile, grin, beam, laugh

Entry 1

smile, grin, beam, laugh

Entry 2

smile, grin

frown deeply, frown slightly, frown upon, frown with concern, frown in concentration, frown face

Entry 1

frown deeply, frown slightly, frown upon, frown with concern, frown in concentration

Entry 2

frown upon, frown deeply, frown slightly, frown face

to roll or twist together; to coil or entwine

Happens or takes place, especially as a result of something.

To make someone feel ashamed or foolish by injuring their dignity.

to compel or require someone to do something; to help or do a favor

to damage something so badly that it cannot be used

To give someone the power or authority to do something; to make someone stronger or more confident.